Gaylord, Michigan – Smoke-filled skies and stagnant air continue to impact much of northern Michigan, where an Air Quality Advisory stays in effect through today as temperatures climb into the 80s. Residents from Traverse City to Alpena will notice hazy conditions and poor visibility, with the warm, dry weather keeping smoke concentrations near the ground.
According to the National Weather Service in Gaylord, dry weather and elevated pollution levels will linger through Tuesday, with high temperatures between 75 and 85 degrees. Air quality alerts may extend for those sensitive to smoke, including children, older adults, and people with respiratory issues. Outdoor activity should be limited, especially during the afternoon and early evening, when pollution levels are highest.
Communities along the US-131 and M-32 corridors should expect continued smoke and haze into Tuesday night, with little relief until winds shift on Wednesday. While some improvement is possible by midweek, residents should keep windows closed, use air conditioning if available, and check local updates at Michigan.gov/MiAir.
Another stretch of sunny, warmer weather arrives by Wednesday, but no meaningful rain is likely before the weekend. More advisories or alerts may be issued if smoke persists or if air quality fails to improve.
